Dr. Charlton Stucken, MD
Contact & Location
Boca Raton, FL 33486
Dr. Charlton Stucken is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Boca Raton, Florida. A Medicare provider since 2008, Dr. Stucken has performed 56 Medicare-verified shoulder replacements, ranking #21 in Florida.
In Florida, Dr. Stucken performs above average in shoulder (56 vs 34 avg).
Dr. Stucken's Medicare data shows a focused shoulder replacement practice with 56 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Boca Raton is home to 8 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Boca Raton area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Stucken extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 20 to 56 in the most recent data, a 180% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 2,092 shoulder replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Stucken's 56 verified procedures is more than 2x the national average of 28, ranking #199 nationally.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Stucken Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Florida state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Stucken's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 180% from 20 procedures in 2016 to 56 in the most recent data.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Stucken
How does Dr. Stucken's procedure volume compare to other Florida surgeons?
Dr. Stucken has performed 56 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Florida average is 72 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Stucken ranks #232 out of 509 orthopedic surgeons in Florida.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Stucken perform?
Dr. Stucken's reported Medicare volume is focused on shoulder replacement, with 56 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Stucken in Boca Raton?
Yes. There are 8 orthopedic surgeons in Boca Raton in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Florida surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Stucken represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Stucken's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 56 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Stucken's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Stucken's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 20 procedures in 2016 to 56 in the most recent data, a 180% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 56 procedures in 2023.
How does Dr. Stucken compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Boca Raton?
Among the 8 orthopedic surgeons in Boca Raton, Dr. Stucken ranks #5 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Boca Raton has 211 verified Medicare procedures.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Boca Raton, Florida
Dr. Stucken's 56 Medicare procedures are below the Boca Raton average of 75. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Boca Raton.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Jonathan Levy | 211 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Casey Beleckas | 95 | Shoulder |
| Dr. Alexander Gaukhman | 63 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Alan Saperstein | 56 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Charles Toman | 28 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Michael Krantzow | 14 | Hip |
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